Wow factor listings: Seven of the best on display
Check out these top-shelf properties that will delight the eye and stir the soul.
From country acreages and luxury retreats to modern mansions and family entertainers, Barry Plant agents have some of the best listings. Check out these top-shelf properties that will delight the eye and stir the soul. You can choose from a huge lifestyle acreage northwest of Geelong or an elegant classic home in Melbourne’s southwest suburbs or from a number of luxury properties dotted throughout sought-after suburbs.

This huge acreage offers the ultimate tree change opportunity for the large family. The much-loved family home is perfect to enjoy summer evenings by the river while sipping on wine produced onsite and taking in views over the rolling hills. The double-storey home has a spacious floorplan with three living areas, five bedrooms and four bathrooms. It has ample character and includes a wraparound veranda, cathedral ceilings and exposed timber beams from Western Australia. A spacious gourmet kitchen, multiple woodfires, solid bamboo timber flooring and a spotted gum staircase are included. The property comes with river water rights suitable for farming and livestock, a bore water licence, outbuildings, a winery and an existing hospitality business.
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Contact: Nathan Brown, Barry Plant Geelong, 5221 4011 or 0438 466 551
Price guide: $2.95-$3.245 million
46 Meridian Drive, South Morang

Enjoy luxurious, resort-style living with this lovely home set on a landscaped block of more than 2900sq m. Tucked in a coveted spot, the four-bedroom, the three-bathroom house features a formal living and dining room with a beautiful parquetry floor, study, home theatre/games room, and an open-plan family living/dining area and a large kitchen. An alfresco area perfect for entertaining plus a heated pool and tennis court, adds outdoor appeal. A timber staircase curves to the upper level, which includes an impressive main bedroom suite with a balcony, a retreat with a balcony and more bedrooms. The floodlit tennis court incorporates a golf putting practise hole. The property is just moments from Westfield Plenty Valley, The Lakes South Morang School and College, sporting facilities and parkland.
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Contact: David Moxon, Barry Plant Bundoora, 9467 5444 or 0413 673 636
Price guide: $1.865-$1.985 million
Sale by SET DATE®: May 17, 6pm

This lavish house of 85 squares on almost 7000sq m offers a prestigious Carrington Estate address and an inviting Bali-style outdoor zone. There are landscaped grounds and a hobby farm setup with a vegetable garden and an orchard. This entertainer’s home has stunning interior spaces for casual family living or grand entertaining and includes a home cinema with leather recliners and a bar. The superb kitchen displays European appliances and granite benchtops and showcases artisan handblown pendant lights and a butler's pantry. Outside, the dining platform looks over the Japanese garden, poolside games room with a bar and 12m mineral pool. There are dedicated bedroom zones, with the main bedroom suite offering a walk-in dressing room and oval spa. The property also has an array of hi-tech features such as a C-Bus smart home system and a dedicated comms room.
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Contact: Anthony Johnson, Barry Plant Rowville, 9753 2828 or 0412 586 283
Price guide: $3.5-$3.8 million
Sale by SET DATE®: May 17, 6pm

The Golden Mile precinct in this suburb is tightly held with plenty of luxury lifestyle homes on good-sized blocks. This five-bedroom, five-bathroom mansion of 66 squares is set amid pristine gardens. The elegant interiors boast high ceilings and plush carpets, and the lower level features a theatre room, guest bedroom, lavish lounge and formal dining area, study, powder room and an open living/dining room. The gourmet kitchen displays Calacatta Nuvo stone benchtops, Emporite and integrated Miele appliances plus a butler's pantry. Access the upper level via a grand staircase or take the lift and find a living area with a bar, and the main suite with a Juliet balcony and lavish ensuite. Quality extras include Bulgarian crystal light fittings, touch lighting, refrigerated cooling systems, central heating and striking water features. The property is near Caulfield Grammar School and Jells Park.
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Contact: Kathleen Kuang, Barry Plant Mt Waverley, 9803 0400 or 0439 552 788
Price guide: $2.95-$3.245 million
610 Hurstbridge-Arthurs Creek Road, Nutfield

This dream property of 26 acres is ideal for peaceful hilltop living with magnificent views and comes with a solar-heated pool. The large single-level house has a modern style and a flexible floorplan with generous bedrooms and an open-plan kitchen. The living zones include a central meals/living area, a family room and a retreat connected to the main bedroom. Beautiful deep verandas and a poolside gazebo are ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. Interior features include vast picture windows, ducted heating and vacuuming, a two-way fireplace, a security system, a double garage with a powder room and large four-bay machinery shed. The acres of pasture are also suited for grazing and equestrian pursuits, while the Hurstbridge shops and train station are a short drive away.
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Contact: Aaron Geary, Barry Plant Doreen
Price guide: $2.2-$2.3 million

Probably the best and most extravagant listing in the suburb, this modern seven-bedroom beauty has everything a family would want. It combines space and elegance within a double-storey floorplan. The hallway is decked out with mahogany floorboards, while three bedrooms and two study areas are set to the front. On this level is the open-plan kitchen, dining and living zone, with standouts such as a marble tabletop and chandelier lights. The house also features a sunroom and sliding doors that open to a low maintenance backyard suited for entertaining or gardening. The upper level features spacious bedrooms, a rumpus area, a viewing balcony, ensuite bathrooms and walk-in wardrobes. The property is in the Burwood Heights Primary School zone and minutes from Forest Hill Shopping Centre.
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Contact: Julie Guiqian Wells, Barry Plant Glen Waverley, 9803 0400 or 0408 885 718
Price guide: $2.8-$3.08 million
19 Harries Court, Narre Warren North

The superbly crafted home offers a combination of elegant family living with the charm of the French countryside. Its elevated position in a quiet court ensures enjoyment of the views. The home is finished with quality hardwood flooring, high ceilings and decorative cabinetry throughout while the hostess kitchen boasts the finest appliances, beautiful timber cabinets, plus stone and mahogany benchtops. A superb home theatre room offers Gold Class style when entertaining and relaxing with the family. Other deluxe details include a palatial main suite, marble ensuite, full dressing room and a Cheminee Philippe fireplace. There are also formal living and dining rooms, a decked pergola, pool and spa and manicured gardens.
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Contact: Nicola Parreira, Barry Plant Narre Warren, 8794 6100 or 0407 921 332
Price guide: $3.2-$3.52 million